Freelance Land Scout

Posted 23 December 2025
LocationGermany
Job type Contract
Discipline Engineering and Renewables

Job description

Freelance Land Acquisition Consultant – BESS (Germany)

An established European energy storage developer is seeking an experienced Freelance Land Acquisition Consultant to support the expansion of utility-scale battery energy storage (BESS) projects across Germany.

Scope of Work

  • Identify, assess and secure suitable land for stand-alone BESS projects

  • Engage with landowners, municipalities and local stakeholders

  • Lead lease and option negotiations through to signing

  • Support site screening, exclusivity agreements and early-stage project development

  • Coordinate with internal development, grid and permitting teams

Ideal Profile

  • Proven experience in land acquisition for renewable energy or infrastructure projects (BESS, solar, wind or grid assets)

  • Strong understanding of German land markets and stakeholder dynamics

  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills

  • Able to operate independently and manage multiple sites in parallel

  • Fluent in German; English advantageous

Contract Details

  • Freelance / contract basis

  • Flexible workload

  • Germany-wide focus (remote with site visits as required)

Apply now!